About Trip:

The Dhaulagiri Circuit is an exciting trek around the world’s seventh highest peak, Dhaulagiri (26,795 ft, 8167 m) and its broad massif of 7000 m peaks. Few trekkers make this challenging journey, full of adventure and off the beaten path. If you are fit and looking for an exhilarating trek that travels through serene, isolated regions full of natural beauty, crossing through highlands with astonishing viewpoints, then the Dhaulagiri Circuit is perfect for you!.

The highlights of the Dhaulagiri Circuit are as sense of being right in the heart of the Himalaya, away from the troubles and cares of the modern world. The route offers constant mountains views while passing through astonishing landscape including several high passes, dense forests and glaciers.

The route begins by following the newly identified Guerrilla Trek along scenic rivers and tumbling waterfalls, and terraced fields surrounding picturesque villages with people following a rural lifestyle. The last section follows along the Annapurna Circuit and a chance to soak in a natural hot springs.

We start our journey with a scenic drive from Pokhara to Beni which lies at the confluence of major rivers. We begin trekking with a climb to the idyllic Dharapani village and enjoy the sensational views of the snowy peaks to which we are traveling. We continue through more rural landscape with scenic villages surrounded by paddy fields. We then ascend away from human inhabitance to Italian Base Camp, west of Dhaulagiri. As we get closer and closer to the mountains, the views get more and more exhilarating. The next stop is a camp on an actual glacier with mesmerizing views of the Himalayan landscape, and then we reach Dhaulagiri Base Camp where we are face to face with the high peaks.

The route traverses French Pass and into the serene Hidden Valley, and isolated region in the middle of the Himalaya. The route makes a traverse of one more pass and descends to the Annapurna Circuit to the village of Marpha famous for its fruit orchards and locally made brandy. We then follow the Kali Gandaki Valley through the world’s deepest gorge along the west half of the Annapurna Circuit. One final uphill to the famous Poon Hill viewpoint for sunrise on the Himalaya, and we finish the journey off through more lush scenery and picturesque rural villages.

The Dhaulagiri Circuit is a camping trek, and we will have porters to carry supplies, a dining tent, sleeping tent and more for your comfort. The Himalaya Hikes chef will prepare delicious meals and the camp will be a cozy place to reminisce about of the day’s highlights over food and drink, under the heavenly stars.

There are many choices for more trekking in western Nepal including The Guerrilla Trek, Upper and Lower Dolpo, Rara Lake, and Khaptad National Park! If you would like to extend your travels, just let us know and we will arrange according to your schedule!

We have fixed departures and custom treks that can be arranged any day to suit your needs and schedule. Himalaya Hikes looks forward to guiding you into the spectacular Dolpo Region and the most breathtaking scenery in Nepal!

Trip Highlights

Traversing through a high remote pass in between the giant snow capped peaks

High and Wild country at its best

Trek on the Trans Himalayan salt trade route and through the world’s deepest gorge

The gears in the list below are also provided by Himalaya Hikes as a part of your package but if you prefer to use your own private piece, we encourage you to bring your own.
• Down vest and/or jacket
• 4 or 5 season sleeping bag rated to - 10 degrees
• Trekking Bags/Duffel bag

Trip Note

The above itinerary should be taken only as a guide line; since we will be trekking on some of the most remote terrain on earth, it could change due to weather, availability of clean water and campsite, trail or any other unforeseen conditions. In the event of this happening, your senior guide will make the final decision after consulting with the group.